The four Lay's chips that youll never see again 'sadness' from fans is 'growing deeper every

Posted by Jenniffer Sheldon on Saturday, August 31, 2024

LAY'S has removed a variety of flavors over the years and fans are saddened by the moves.

The snack brand is one of the most prominent ones that's seen in households today.

Lay's has existed since the 1960s when it first merged with Fritos and then again with PepsiCo, which is now the parent company.

Ever since the chip brand has taken off and some of its most popular options include its traditional classic potato chips and sour cream onion varieties.

However, not every flavor stays on the shelves at grocery stores, and some fans are left without their favorites.

Here are four flavors that Lay's has discontinued for good.

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The U.S. Sun has reached out to Lay's for comment.

1. LAY’S GARDEN TOMATO & BASIL

One of the most popular requests Lay's gets is to bring back is around the garden tomato & basil flavor.

While they aren't in stock, they are still listed online through Walmart.

Along with tomato and basil seasoning, the chips consisted of a blend of onion powder, garlic powder, paprika extract, sun-dried tomato, and sour cream.

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A 9.5-ounce bag was listed for $2.98 at Walmart.

And often, Lay's gets requests on social media to bring the tomato & basil flavor back.

One Twitter user in all caps wrote to Lays in all caps: "BRING BACK GARDEN TOMATO AND BASIL, FOR THE LOVE OF ALL THAT IS HOLY."

Lay's in response said: "We will forward your request to our Sales & Marketing Teams for any future consideration of bringing this snack back. Thanks for being a loyal fan!"

And more recently, Lay's decided to tease fans who keep requesting for the garden tomato & basil flavor to come back.

"It’s always 'Bring back Garden Tomato and Basil' and never 'We love Lay’s," the snack brand said.

2. LAY’S CHEDDAR BACON MAC & CHEESE

Bacon mac & cheese isn't uncommon to find in a homemade meal – or at a restaurant.

But how about the flavor on a chip?

Well, fans loved when the combination was a thing for Lay's.

At Walmart, the chip variety was rated 4.3 stars out of five by customers.

One fan said: "These chips are yummy. A nice cheesy flavor with a hint of bacon and definitely delicious. My husband is a chips addict and he really likes this flavor."

But unfortunately, it does not look like the bacon mac & cheese flavor will be coming back.

Lay's responded to a fan on Twitter, who asked about the future of the snack and said: "Right now there aren't any plans to bring back Lay’s Cheddar Bacon Mac & Cheese, but we'll pass your comment along. Thanks!

At Walmart, a 7.75-ounce bag cost $6.97.

3. LAY'S LIGHTLY SALTED CHEDDAR AND SOUR CREAM

One sour cream flavor combined with cheddar cheese is gone too.

The lightly salted option came with 50 percent less sodium than a traditional Lay's bag of potato chips, according to the product's label.

But the flavor did not last, as Lay's confirmed to a fan that it was discontinued in 2021.

"We’re very sad to say this flavor has been discontinued. We know that’s a big disappointment, so we’re sharing with our Team all the feedback we receive from our loyal, passionate fans as they may consider bringing it back in the future," the company said.

At Walmart, they could be purchased in a 7.7-ounce bag for $7.95.

But luckily, Walmart and Lay's have some low-sodium options listed online still.

They can cost between $3.18 and $4.98, depending on the size.

4. LAY'S SOUTHERN BISCUITS & GRAVY FLAVORED CHIPS

For many, this flavor might give them a perfect vibe for Thanksgiving given its blend of biscuits and gravy seasoning.

It was rated 4.3 stars out of five by Walmart shoppers.

And fans are begging Lay's for a comeback.

"Please god please bring back the @LAYS biscuits and gravy chips. Just for a month," a fan tweeted at the brand.

"I was the biggest fan of those chips and now they're gone, my sadness grows deeper everytime I don't get to put one of those chips in my mouth. I will do anything."

In response, the chip brand said: "Lay's Southern Biscuits & Gravy is currently enjoying retirement. Rest assured, we'll share your interest and enthusiasm for the return of this flavor with our Sales & Marketing Teams."

A 7.75-ounce bag of the chips sold for $6.10 through Walmart.

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